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兩屆 Newbery Medal 得主 Lois Lowry 在《The Two Sophies》中描繪了一段跨越年齡的真摯友誼。11 歲的 Sophie 與年長鄰居 Sophie 是最好的朋友，一起喝茶、分享觀點、互相陪伴。然而，年長的 Sophie 開始出現記憶衰退，甚至被家人考慮接走。小 Sophie 決心幫助她重拾回憶，並在朋友 Ralphie 和 Oliver 的協助下，踏上一段意想不到的心靈旅程。隨著回憶的展開，她聽到關於戰爭、飢餓與愛的故事。本書文字溫柔而深刻，探討記憶、關懷與世代間的連結，適合喜愛有溫度的成長小說的讀者。From two-time Newbery medalist Lois Lowry comes this warm and resonant story of an unlikely friendship, which unfolds as a revelation on how we hold on to—and pass on—what matters most.The latest compelling work from the master storytellerWhen precocious eleven-year-old Sophie sets out to save her elderly neighbor (who is also her dearest friend), her journey will take her through their familiar suburban landscape and then, steadily yet unexpectedly, deeper into a landscape of history and shared stories.Everyone knows the two Sophies are best friends. One is in elementary school, and one is . . . well . . . in a little trouble of late. She’s elderly, sure, but she’s always been on her game, the best friend any girl stru

The thrilling fourth companion novel to THE GIVER which inspired the dystopian genre and is soon to be a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges, Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift. They called her Wate

The fascinating sequel to THE GIVER which inspired the dystopian genre and is soon to be a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges, Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift. GATHERING BLUE is a return to the

The thrilling and long-awaited conclusion to the Giver Quartet.They called her Water Claire. When she washed up on their shore, no one knew that she came from a society where emotions don’t exist. Tha

As the German troops begin their campaign to "relocate" all the Jews of Denmark, Annemarie Johansen’s family takes in Annemarie’s best friend, Ellen Rosen, and conceals her as part of the family. Thro

The Willoughby's—Timothy; his twin brothers, Barnaby A and Barnaby B; and their little sister, Jane—are old-fashioned children who adore old-fashioned adventures. Unfortunately, the Willoughby parents

Strange changes are taking place in Village. As one of the few people able to travel through the dangerous Forest, Matty must deliver the message that Village will soon be closed to outsiders. But For

For the first time, the Giver Quartet, four critically acclaimed modern classics, in one paperback boxed set. From two-time Newbery Medal winner and New York Times bestselling author Lois Lowry.Follow Jonas on his journey to discover the dark implications of his seemingly ideal community; witness Kira’s fight for survival and pursuit of an unmatched talent in a society blinded by prejudice; join Matty’s desperate mission to save Village and the practice of openness and honesty fostered there; and complete the story with Claire’s utter devotion to a child that was stolen from her, no matter what it takes to find him again. The Newbery Medal–winning Giver Quartet has become one of the most influential book series of our time. Celebrate this beloved contribution to children’s literature and rediscover Lois Lowry’s masterful storytelling with the paperback boxed set, which includes The Giver, Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.

"Warm, appealing, and cleverly devised." —Booklist The most useless and obnoxious thing in the world to Caroline Tate is her older brother, J.P., the genius with the photog

In a perfect world, Jonas begins to see the flaws… THE GIVER is the classic award-winning novel that inspired the dystopian genre and a major motion picture adaptation for 2014 starring Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep, Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift. It is the future. There is no war, no hunger, no pain.No one in the community wants for anything. Everything needed is provided. And at twelve years old, each member of the community has their profession carefully chosen for them by the Committee of Elders.Twelve-year old Jonas has never thought there was anything wrong with his world. But from the moment he is selected as the Receiver of Memory, Jonas discovers that their community is not as perfect as it seems. It is only with the help of the Giver, that Jonas can find what has been lost.And it is only through his personal courage that Jonas finds the strength to do what is right… The Giver is the award-winning classic of bravery and adventure that has inspired countless dystopian writers as t

Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author Lois Lowry transports readers to an Iron Age world through the suspenseful dual narrative of a boy and girl both battling to survive. In an utterly one-of-a-kind blend of fiction and history, a master storyteller explores the mystery and life of the 2,000-year-old Windeby bog body.Estrild is not like the other girls in her village; she wants to be a warrior. Varick, the orphan boy who helps her train in spite of his twisted back, also stands apart. In a world where differences are poorly tolerated, just how much danger are they in?Inspired by the true discovery of the 2,000-year-old Windeby bog body in Northern Germany, Newbery Medalist and master storyteller Lois Lowry transports readers to an Iron age world as she breathes life back into the Windeby child, left in the bog to drown with a woolen blindfold over its eyes.This suspenseful exploration of lives that might have been by a gifted, intellectually curious author is utterly

Keeper was born between a board fence and a set of trash cans. Just a lowly stray dog, he was separated from his mother and his siblings at a young age. Still, he faces every challenge with his nose u

Sam Krupnik, mad at his mother because she won't let him wear his newly acquired plastic fangs in the house, decides to run away to Alaska. There, he can look like the walruses with their tusks--at le

In the second book in the Anstasia series, moves to the suburbs! Anastasia is positive her family's move is the going to ruin her young life. How can she deal with matching furniture, split-level ho

The Giver, the 1994 Newbery Medal winner, has become one of the most influential novels of our time. The haunting story centers on twelve-year-old Jonas, who lives in a seemingly ideal, if colorless, world of conformity and contentment. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. This movie tie-in edition features cover art from the movie and exclusive Q&A with members of the cast, including Taylor Swift, Brenton Thwaites and Cameron Monaghan.

Twelve-year-old Anastasia Krupnik is convinced that her family's move to the suburbs will be the beginning of the end. How can she possibly accept split-level houses with matching furniture, or mother

Living with her grandparents in a small Pennsylvania town while her father serves in the Pacific during World War II, sheltered Elizabeth Lorimer encounters racial prejudice when she befriends a young

Award-winning and best-selling author Lois Lowry explores issues surrounding adoption in this poignant novel. Natalie Armstrong has everything: she’s smart and beautiful, has the perfect boyfriend, e

"Spontaneous, natural, and humorous." —The Bulletin J.P. is in love, and it’s making him do all sorts of weird things. Like using deodorant, bumping into walls, and

Katy Thatcher was the bright and curious daughter of the town doctor. She was fascinated by her father’s work, and even as a child she knew that she too wanted to be a doctor. She wanted to know about

It's Future Job Day at Sam's nursery school, and Sam decides to dress up as a Zookeeper. But he wants to be more than that... he wants to be important, interesting, and more than ordinary: the Chief of Wonderfulness. Will he find a way to be the Chief of Wonderfulness as he teaches his classmates about all the different animals? Hilarious and charming,Zooman Sam is perfect for readers new and old, and for anyone who still asks themselves the question: "What do I want to be when I grow up?"

In her seventh adventure, the irrepressible Anastasia decides that she needs more poise and confidence--especially since her chosen career is to be a bookstore owner. A flyer on her father's windshiel

It's bad enough to be humiliated, Anastasia Krupnik realizes. But to be humiliated in front of an audience--and in front of the world's most glamorous gym teacher--and while wearing a royal blue gym s

Why won't Sam Krupnik allow his mother to enter his bedroom? Why has he started calling his toy box The Lab? And why does he carry a Ziplock bag in his pocket al all times? What's the big secret? Well

The fascinating third companion novel to THE GIVER which inspired the dystopian genre and is soon to be a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges, Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift. In MESSENGER, Matty

Soon to be a major motion picture starring Taylor Swift, Meryl Streep, Katie Holmes, and Jeff Bridges. The Giver, the 1994 Newbery Medal winner, has become one of the most influential novels of our ti

Help! Anastasia Krupnik's mother must organize her chaotic life. So Anastasia, who is a very organized person, and her father invent the solution to Mrs. Krupnik's problem: the Krupnik Family Nonsexis

Now a Netflix animated film starring Will Forte, Maya Rudolph, Alessia Cara, Terry Crews, Martin Short, Jane Krakowski, Sean Cullen, and Ricky Gervais!Convinced they'd be better off raising themselves

"Lowry fans will not be disappointed." —School Library Journal Caroline and J.P.'s father has asked them to come visit him and his new wife in Des Moines, Iowa. They do

“One of the most intriguing female protagonists to appear in children’s books since the advent of Harriet the Spy. . . . Genuinely funny . . . a marvelously human portrait of an articulate

In this photographic memoir, two-time Newbery Medalist Lois Lowry offers an intimate look at pivotal moments that affected her life, inspired her writing, and often evolved into her rich and wonderful

“As usual, Lowry delivers tight, page-turning prose, plenty of humor, and characters right out of readers' neighborhoods.”—Kirkus ReviewsWhat could possibly go wrong when Anastasia Krupnik walks to a

Unfazed by her friends' decision to give up boys, Anastasia Krupnik answers a personal ad she finds in a magazine. When the special "he" decides he wants to meet her, Anastasia finds

At last Sam, Anastasia Krupnik's irrepressible little brother, gets a chance to tell his own story. From his first days at the hospital, through his Terrible Twos, to his first days at nursery school,

"Readers will find this emotionally charged reverie unforgettable." -Booklist, starred review There are things to be afraid of in the woods at the end of Autumn Street. But the year she goes to

Anastasia's got a problem: Her parents have become too embarrassing to be around. At first she blames them--they are the source of embarrassment, after all. But then she decides it's herself, her thir

In the third book of the Anastasia series, Anstasia becomes an entrepeneur. When Anastasia's best friend goes off to camp for the summer, Anastasia decides she needs to do something too. So she star

Welcome to Anastasia's world in the first book of the Anastasia series! To Anastasia, being ten is very confusing. She has an awful teacher who doesn’t like her non-rhyming poetry. Washburn Cummings,

《The Giver》是由Lois Lowry創作的經典反烏托邦小說，描繪一個看似完美、沒有痛苦與衝突的社會。在這個世界裡，人們被剝奪了情感、記憶與選擇，一切都被精確地安排。主角Jonas在被選為「記憶承載者」後，開始接觸那些被隱藏的真實——包括愛、痛苦、色彩與自由。隨著記憶的累積，他逐漸質疑這個「完美」世界的代價，並踏上一段尋找真實與人性的旅程。這不只是一個關於未來社會的故事，更是一個關於選擇、感受與「成為人」的深刻提問。In Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community.

In Nazi-occupied Denmark, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen is called upon for a selfless act of bravery to help save her best friend from a terrible fate.Winner of the Newbery Medal, newly reissued in